Audax Italiano 1–2 Universidad de Chile | CHI Liga de Primera | July 27, 2026

Match Overview

Universidad de Chile snatched a dramatic 2–1 away victory against Audax Italiano in a hard-fought Chilean Liga de Primera encounter on July 27, 2026. Los Azules came from behind to claim all three points at Estadio Bicentenario de La Florida, maintaining their push for the upper half of the table. Audax Italiano, meanwhile, were left to rue a missed opportunity after taking an early lead.

First Half: Audax Strike First

Audax Italiano started brightly and caught the Universidad defense cold in the 12th minute. A swift counter-attack down the right flank ended with a low cross that striker Joaquín Montecinos tapped in at the far post, sending the home fans into celebration. La U struggled to settle into their passing rhythm, often losing possession in midfield against a well-organized Audax press. The hosts could have doubled their lead just before the half-hour, but goalkeeper Cristopher Toselli produced a sharp save to deny a header from close range.

Second Half: La U’s Comeback

Universidad de Chile emerged with renewed intensity after the break. Coach Gustavo Álvarez switched to a more direct approach, pushing full-backs higher and instructing creative midfielder Lucas Assadi to drift into central pockets. The breakthrough came in the 58th minute when Assadi curled a precise free kick over the wall and into the top corner – 1–1.

With momentum now firmly in their favor, La U continued to press. The winner arrived in the 73rd minute following a well-worked move. Forward Cristián Palacios held the ball up, laid it off to Marcelino Núñez, whose driven shot from the edge of the area took a deflection off a defender and nestled into the net. Audax pushed for an equalizer in the final ten minutes, but the visitors’ defense, marshaled by captain Ignacio Tapia, held firm.

Standout Performers

• Lucas Assadi (Universidad de Chile) – The young playmaker was the catalyst for the comeback, scoring the equalizer and orchestrating attacking moves.
• Cristopher Toselli (Universidad de Chile) – Made two crucial saves in the first half that kept his side in the game.
• Joaquín Montecinos (Audax Italiano) – Took his goal well and was a constant threat on the break.

Table Implications

With this win, Universidad de Chile climbed to fifth place in the CHI Liga de Primera standings, now just three points behind the leaders. Audax Italiano remained in mid-table but missed a chance to close the gap on the top six. La U will look to build on this resilient performance when they host Cobresal next week, while Audax faces a tricky trip to Coquimbo Unido.